Warm Weather Fun: Parks, Recreation, Library, and Virtual Activities
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The City of Folsom remains fully committed to our residents with services, resources, and accurate information to help guide you through these unprecedented times.
This summer may look a little different as we begin to slowly and carefully reopen city programs and facilities. The Folsom Parks & Recreation Department and Folsom Public Library are still your go-to resources for staying healthy, happy, engaged, and connected. We encourage you to explore some of these resources that are currently available and to keep informed with the latest updates about City of Folsom programs, facilities, and events on our
website
and follow us on
social media
.
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Folsom Parks & Recreation
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Virtual Recreation Center
Visit the Folsom Parks & Recreation
Virtual Recreation Center
for access to educational videos, arts and crafts activities, music and activity worksheets for preschoolers, exercise and fitness ideas, and other recreational resources.
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City of Folsom Parks
Nature breaks – going outside for some fresh air and a change of scenery – can do wonders to improve our mood. Find a
listing
of the City of Folsom’s park locations and amenities online. Remember to maintain social distancing when you visit the park; a minimum distance of six feet of separation from people who are not members of your household is mandated by the current county public health Order.
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Folsom Skate and Bike Parks
The skate and bike parks have reopened and are currently operating daily; both parks are located at Cummings Family Park, 1775 Creekside Drive. Park users must maintain social distancing and a variety of safety equipment is mandatory; find details
online
.
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FIDO Field Dog Park
The dog park, located at Cummings Family Park, 1775 Creekside Drive, has reopened for daily use. Find current hours of operation and rules of use
online
.
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Trail Safety and Etiquette
Folsom’s 50+ miles of beautiful recreational trails are shared by cyclists and pedestrians; safety and courtesy make for a positive experience for all trail users. Whether you are on bike or on foot, please remember to maintain a social distance at all times of six feet or more from other people. Find current
guidelines
for trail use, trail
etiquette
, and a
map
of the city’s recreational trail system online.
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Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary
Although the zoo sanctuary is currently closed to visitors, the zookeepers remain busy caring for the daily needs of each special animal resident.
Stay in touch
and enjoy behind-the-scenes photos and weekly videos of the animals receiving special enrichment treats.
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Folsom Parks & Recreation Programs and Events
Keep
informed
about the status of Folsom Parks & Recreation programs and events, discover fun activities to do at home, plus enjoy storytimes, inspiration, and motivation.
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Steve Miklos Aquatic Center
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Andy Morin Sports Complex
The sports complex recently reopened with Monday through Friday hours of operation, with non-contact activities available including pickleball, table tennis, and the indoor batting cages. Masks or cloth face coverings are required for entry and must be worn at all times inside the complex, and visitors must use their own personal equipment. Find hours and additional information about sports complex programs
online
.
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Take an Art Break
Folsom has a diverse collection of unique works of public art created by a range of professional artists using a variety of different mediums. Take a
virtual tour
and enjoy some of the city’s beautiful public art installations.
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Weed Abatement
The City of Folsom has more than 650 acres of city-owned open space, and just over 300 of those acres are weed abated annually to help reduce fire hazards. In some areas, mechanical methods are used to clear the weeds; and in other locations, herds of goats and sheep are used to eat the weeds down to the ground. Find maps and schedules for the weed abatement work
online
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Enjoy Library Programs from Home
The Folsom Public Library children’s programs have moved online! Storytime videos feature songs, books, and educational themes. A new video is released on the library's
Instagram
and
Facebook
pages at 10 a.m. each Tuesday. Learn to draw tutorials for kids ages 5-12 are hosted on Facebook Live at 1 p.m. each Thursday.
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Win Big with Reading Challenges!
Connect with the library through Beanstack, an online service that allows you to manage reading activities and sign up for the reading programs of your choice. Participate in reading challenges, like 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and the 2020 Summer Reading Program, which begins June 1. Most programs include prizes for meeting reading goals. Find more information about Beanstack reading challenges on the
library website
, or visit
folsom.beanstack.org.
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Book Discussions
The Folsom Public Library’s Adult Book Clubs will hold their June meetings on Zoom. On the day of each meeting, the links will be posted to the library’s
website
and
Facebook
event page. The Adult Book Club will discuss
An American Marriage
by Tayari Jones at 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 2. The It’s Okay to Read YA Book Club will discuss
Sabriel
by Garth Nix at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 10. All book club titles are available as eBooks in the Folsom Public Library’s
eBook collection
.
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Expanded eResources Available
The Folsom Public Library’s eBooks, eAudiobooks, online encyclopedias, and many other resources are available 24/7. If you do not already have an active library card, simply sign up for an
eCard
to access all our online resources.
Visit our
eBooks
,
Databases
,
Kids
, or
Teens
pages to see what is new online.
You can also start borrowing digital titles right away when you sign up for
eBooks
using just your mobile phone number!
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New Career Resources and 1-on-1 Job Assistance
The Folsom Public Library has added new career assistance options online.
Ferguson's Career Guidance Center
is an online service that includes job aptitude tests and educational plans for how to make your next position or dream career happen.
SkillSoft is offering 60 days of free individual access
to online business skills courses. You can also get personalized employment help from the Folsom Public Library, including resume editing, letters of interest, and job searching. Book a free appointment for a half-hour session on the
library’s website
or call 916-461-6146.
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Stay Informed
Comprehensive and up-to-the-minute Sacramento County Public Health information about COVID-19 can be found at
Covid19.SacCounty.net
.
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for our weekly e-newsletter.
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